She was battling cancer: Shannen Doherty has passed away

Shannen Doherty, the famous star of the hit 1990s teen drama 'Beverly Hills 90210', has passed away. The actress, known for her role as 'Brenda Walsh' in the series, was 53 years old.

It was reported that Doherty, who was diagnosed in 2015, had been battling breast cancer for many years.

Shannen Doherty's longtime publicist, Leslie Sloane, said in a statement: "It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty. On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease. She was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie. The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace."

In addition to 'Beverly Hills 90210', the famous actress also starred in series and films such as 'Charmed', 'Little House on the Prairie', 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun', 'Our House', 'Heathers', and 'Fortress'.